Those slow to rise are welcome to perk up — or wind down — at this attractive coffee house which serves coffee brewed in-house, including bottled cold brew, plus beer, wine, and pastries from local purveyors like Angela’s Oven and Sinfull Bakery. Stop by in the morning and pair your Americano with a ham and brie croissant at one of Slowpokes’s four locations. Or, stop by in the late afternoon for happy hour from 4 p.m., during which draft beers are $4 and wines by the glass are $5.

Have your coffee and watch it be roasted, too, at this Garden Oaks standout. Here, Luce Coffee roasts its brew onsite. Score your java at the first-floor counter, then snag a seat on the mezzanine level overlooking the entire operation.  

This Garden Oaks gem has a drive-thru for easy to-go orders, but it’s essential to take a step inside to experience the aesthetically-pleasing space, where cushion-lined banquettes and plush furniture pepper the room. Go for the coffee and beverages, and stay for mouthwatering eats like the Japanese egg salad sandwich and PB&J overnight oats. 

Explore the many coffee countries at this specialty coffee house in the Heights, which roasts and brews blends from places like Ethiopia, Colombia, Costa Rica, and most recently, an award-winning batch from Panama. Coffee purists can delight in their decision to not use artificial sweeteners or sugar (you won’t find them anywhere in-store), but those interested in extra flavor can delight in their seasonal options, like the fall-themed Pumpkin Patch, or the Kiano, a coffee drink made with real kiwi.

A coffee house, cocktail bar, and CBD dispensary in one, a visit to this Heights shop is like a walk on the wild side, to say the least. With walls covered in lush tropical greenery, the Bali-inspired space houses a bar on one end that pours up hot and iced coffees and cocktails and a CBD shop with plenty of comfortable seating in between on the other. For a stellar combination, try the coffee-based Buzz Wild frozen and add booze or a hemp-infused elixir. 

This quintessential Heights coffee shop is the archetype for fellow craft coffee shops in Houston when it comes to roasting artisanal beans in small batches. Definitely try the Mayan mocha, milk and honey latte, and fried egg tacos.

Hidden in plain sight in the Heights, Antidote features pastries, beer, wine, coffee, and free Wifi — replete with an unassuming environment with plenty of seating inside and outdoors. Peruse its menu, which focuses on drip coffees and fancy brews, including the coveted cajeta latte, made with goat’s milk caramel, and the namesake drink, the Antidote, a brewed coffee with a shot of espresso.

If looking for a caffeinated pick-me-up, stop into this bright coffee shop. which hails from LA. The friendly staff will shower you with hellos and compliments, and then spoil you with one of their colorful coffees, including the frothy La La latte, its two-tone Lavender Bloom Matcha Latte, and so much more. Be sure to try one of its breakfast toasts — for sweet, go for the toast smothered in Nutella and topped with berries. For savory with a hint of spice, order the Queen toast, which is topped with mashed avocado, cream cheese, everything seasoning, chili flakes, and lemon.

This Heights hangout features a beer garden, cocktail bar, and coffee bar in one. Decide on the atmosphere for whatever you decide to sip — whether it be on the cozy patio, that’s equipped with TVs, firepits, and swing seats, or in the quaint and quiet coffee shop to the left that serves up a variety of classic coffee drinks.

Progressing from a pop-up once housed in Gristworks into its own shop in the H-E-B on Washington Avenue, Blue Tile Coffee brings a very Houston flair to coffee. The shop, which gets its name from the blue tiles once used on curbs to designate street names across the city, makes an impeccable cortado made with rich whole milk and honey.

This cozy spot is a popular destination for laptop warriors, so getting there early to snag a seat is a must. Once settled in, enjoy a raisin roll or rosemary scone, and sip a perfectly decorated latte. Need an after-work pick-me-up? Catalina is open until 7 p.m. daily.

Evolved from a roaster, this straight-forward, funky Second Ward coffee shop stays on the grind, offering warm and iced beverages, plus bottled cold teas and coffee mixes through its walk-up window. When the weather is nice, stay a while — savor a cortado in its outdoor seating area.

This Montrose cult-favorite churns out some seriously perfect roasts from Greenway Coffee’s David Buehrer and his merry band of skilled baristas. Sit down with a creamy flat white while nibbling (or in this case, gobbling down) a plate of Vietnamese steak and eggs, plus warm, flaky biscuits.

The stylish new Australian-style cafe in Montrose shines as a coffee shop, with fan favorites like its Flat White, its earthy Wellness Velvet latte made with beetroot powder, and 99-cent espresso martinis available on weekdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

This beloved Montrose coffee house is open daily until 2 a.m. and offers a cozy European atmosphere, complete with wine, beer, and Greek snacks. Split over two levels, there are plenty of corners to get comfortable in while enjoying the old-world ambiance and the excellent coffee and booze selection.

Aiming to be the new “Cheers” of coffee shops, this come-as-you-are coffee spot is perfect to meet a new face, finish some work, or grab a serious cup of coffee. The owner — coffee connoisseur and roaster — Soonkack Kook imports beans from around the world and roasts them in-house. The iced citrus Americano latte, inspired by his trip to the Korean island of Jeju-si, has become a recognizable signature, not only for its citrus slush but also for its frozen bear made of coffee that sits on top, making sure your drink stays cold, but not diluted.

True to its name, Bohemeo’s in Second Ward is an art lover’s dream. The coffee shop and venue showcases local art, karaoke, and a huge variety of live music. Check out the weekly food specials to eat along with your espresso, iced London Fog, or Delta-8 seltzer.

This charming Rice Village bakery can spruce up any average coffee experience thanks to its variety of pastries, breads, cakes, and baked goods infused with flavors from around the world. Accompany a croissant or a shakshuka pastry with an espresso drink like a latte or cortado, or opt for the Granita Shake, a 16-ounce frozen coffee perfect when in need of a cool down.

One of Germany’s favorite coffee shops made it to Bellaire earlier this year, offering hot and iced classics, homemade soft drinks, and smoothies, plus bagel sandwiches and salads for extra fuel.